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Where 3rd gens are born

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by BlacknBlue2002, Jan 13, 2017.

  1. Jan 14, 2017 at 8:04 AM
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    specter208

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    This is why anybody who owns an Access Cab can be happy that they own and drive an American made and designed vehicle!
     
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  2. Jan 14, 2017 at 8:25 AM
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    Quality .... definitely quality... Vern. Just sayin...
     
  3. Jan 14, 2017 at 1:47 PM
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    A back step for when I get older, Carhartt seatcovers, 4Runner wheels, Topper, and "tats all folks"! --for now!!
    Are we ALL sure all of the Access cabs are assembled in San Antonio?
     
  4. Jan 14, 2017 at 1:56 PM
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    shakerhood

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    I am pretty sure that article said that Mexico only does double cabs.
     
  5. Jan 14, 2017 at 3:05 PM
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    A back step for when I get older, Carhartt seatcovers, 4Runner wheels, Topper, and "tats all folks"! --for now!!
    I guess if all we have to go by is "that article", then maybe this is true? If anyone else knows any other source on this point let us (me) know.
    Thanks!
     
  6. Jan 14, 2017 at 3:11 PM
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  7. Jan 14, 2017 at 3:35 PM
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    My Taco was made in Mexico !! lol, a Mexican Taco ! That's why I named my truck "Tuco".
     
  8. Jan 14, 2017 at 4:35 PM
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    A back step for when I get older, Carhartt seatcovers, 4Runner wheels, Topper, and "tats all folks"! --for now!!
    So we still don't know if the Access cabs are built in San Antonio or Mexico? I think I will ask all access cab owners to check the first letter of their VIN's
     
  9. Jan 14, 2017 at 4:42 PM
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  10. Jan 14, 2017 at 4:42 PM
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    Sounds like some industrious individual needs to start a thread with a poll on all the Tacoma cab, bed, engine, and trans configurations by model to determine the country of origin.

    Then start a thread and poll on the number of complaints and the county of origin.

    '17 DCSB OR here, assembled in Old Mexico. I like Old Mexico; cheap beer, amazing Tequila, and passionate women.
     
  11. Jan 14, 2017 at 6:28 PM
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    tacoflavoredkisses1

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    My double cab was made in San Antonio. I wouldn't necessarily say I'm happy with the truck or the fit and finish.
     
  12. Jan 14, 2017 at 6:37 PM
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    All Access cabs are made in Texas. I've never seen a Mexican VIN on any access cab I've seen in person or on the Internet.
     
  13. Jan 14, 2017 at 7:01 PM
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    Which hotel is that OP?
     
  14. Jan 14, 2017 at 7:04 PM
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  15. Jan 14, 2017 at 8:36 PM
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  16. Jan 14, 2017 at 8:49 PM
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    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

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  17. Jan 14, 2017 at 8:56 PM
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    Sounds like the talk of 35% tariffs are aimed at Mexico for now.
     
  18. Jan 14, 2017 at 9:11 PM
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    I was pretty happy to be buying an American made truck. When we were at the dealer looking at it, my wife pointed out it was made in Mexico.
    Shit.:mad:
    I thought it would be OK considering Toyotas rep for quality. Still, woulda much rather had a Texas built truck.
    Had a Dodge Ram with a Hemi in it. Had it 4 years, Not a lick of trouble. Engine built in Mexico. So, just because it comes from Mexico doesn't mean it will be crap. Still..................
     
  19. Jan 14, 2017 at 9:13 PM
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    smitty99

    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

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    Lies. It was a dodge. Anybody here will tell you a Dodge is trash and they all suck
     
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  20. Jan 14, 2017 at 11:24 PM
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    Yikes my vin starts with 3! Omg I have a Mexican taco . No complaints here! Even though I was born in Texas and do support American jobs , it's business. Cheaper labor doesn't mean you're getting an inferior product, the corporate only makes bigger profits. How ironic Tacoma aka Taco made in Mexico, but they do make the best tacos imo lol.
     

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